South African group to perform
      Ladysmith Black Mambazo will perform at 8 p.m. Thurs., Feb. 1 at Pepperdine University's Smothers Theatre, 24255 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu. Tickets are $40 and are available by calling (310) 506-4522 or through Ticketmaster, (213) 365-3500.
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      I remember watching Garbo in "The Painted Veil" (1934) a long time ago, late one night when such vintage films are often shown for insomniacs. And I remember thinking, way back when, that I could easily scoop out the melodrama with a ladle and puddle it like so much oozing g...
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Peace officers association to host concert
      The Peace Officers Association of Ventura County will present their annual benefit concert at 2 p.m. Sun., Feb. 11 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds. This year's show is "Country Couples," featuring tributes to Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Shania Twain and others...
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Chocolate's higher calling
Ghana cocoa farmers' venture produces Divine benefits
      Americans consume about 13 pounds of chocolate per person each year. While recent news of chocolate's health benefits has no doubt eased the minds of many calorie-conscious consumers, there's an even better reason to feel good about a daily chocolate indulgence.
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Gala Angel's Ball will support Casa Pacifica
Event recognizes contributors to Camarillo facility for abused, neglected children
      The Casa Pacifica Angels and hosts Mary and Anthony Tesoro will present the 18th annual Angels Ball, an evening of dining, dancing and comedy, Feb. 10 at the Sherwood Country Club in Thousand Oaks. Cocktail hour begins at 6 p.m., and dinner is at 7.
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